Corn as replacement to Rice

Rice is very popular consumed throughout the world. It is a staple food for many people residing in Asia and on other continents. It is available in many varieties. Here in the Philippines, Rice is the regular on the dining table or during the meals anywhere, anytime.  And  corn  is also one of the most popular cereals, too. In Mindanao and the Visayas, corn is a food staple because it is more accessible and is considered more filling. Corn to replace Rice ? 

Last October 13, 2014 , during a special lunch meeting and presentation held at Chef Jessie Rockwell Club in Makati City, we were served special meals that we witnessed RiCo Corn Rice makes healthy, yummy, as it looked like rice but differest color - yellow. Taste ? Yummy!

Rico corn rice is made from 100% Philippine-grown corn fortified with iron and calcium. It tastes just like regular rice but provides the nutrition of corn. Each grain is naturally rich in antioxidants and vitamin A as well as beta-carotene and lutein for good eyesight. As a complex carbohydrate, corn provides sustained energy. It is ideal for athletes and those who lead active lifestyles.

Corn is known for its high fiber content, a quality valued by the figure-conscious. In addition, corn has no cholesterol and has lower glycemic index for controlled and balanced blood sugar that is ideal for diabetics and weight watchers.

Incorporating RiCo corn rice into the daily routine is fairly simple. Its preparation is not far from what we are accustomed to. At the recent launch of RiCo, RiCo’s very own Chef Joey dela Cruz demonstrated the three easy steps of cooking RiCo: boil, pour, and simmer. 

Boil the suggested amount of water.

Pour the desired amount of RiCo. 

Simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes. 

To prevent loss of water-soluble nutrients, the grains should not be washed. If a loose and fluffy consistency or buhaghag is preferred, RiCo should be cooked like pasta: boil the water, put in RiCo, and then, drain. RiCo retains its yellow hue even after it is cooked, making it very visually appealing and a hit among children.

Chef Jessie Sincioco demonstrated the versatility of the ingredient through a sit-down meall.

Mesclun Greens Salad with Prawn RiCo Pops, in Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing 

Minestrone with RiCo

Pan-Fried Codfish Fillet in Pommery Mustard Sauce

Grilled Chicken Breast in Creamy Pepper Sauce served with RiCo Pilaf and Sautéed French Beans

and the best dessert I tasted, healthy and yummy - the RiCo Crocant Roll

That's an awesome lunch we had. The next activity I'll do, try the recipes of Chef Jessie using the healthy, yummy corn rice. At home, you can use RiCo in your daily favorites such as sinangag, java rice, yang chow rice, and paella.

The locally produced RiCo is a first from the Philippines. Aside from making healthy yummy, this innovation also provides increased livelihood for our farmers and develops our country’s natural resources.

This product called RiCo has the healthy benefits of corn with the shape and yummy taste of rice.

Because it is made from 100% Philippine-grown corn, RiCo has no cholesterol and has low glycemic index or GI, which is a measurement of how fast blood-sugar or glucose is absorbed in the bloodstream. Low GI means slow and steady glucose absorption that is ideal for diabetics, athletes, and those who want to eat healthily.

As RiCo becomes more popular and is consumed more, RiCo corn rice helps the country to be self-sufficient regarding staple food. It is the RiCo vision to become part of the movement for healthy Filipino bodies and a healthy Philippine economy.

RiCo is available in 1-kilogram, 2-kilogram, and 5-kilogram packs at SM Supermarket, SM Hypermarket, Rustan’s Supermarket, Walter Mart Supermarket, Robinsons Supermarket, Ever Supermarket, The Landmark Supermarket, Sta. Lucia East Supermarket, Pioneer Centre Supermart, Hi-Top Supermart, Cherry Foodarama, South Supermarket, NCCC Supermarket, Gaisano Mall, and other leading supermarkets nationwide.

For more information and recipes, visit www.yummyhealthy.ph. 

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John Lloyd brings #MagicMoments to unsuspecting fans

John Lloyd Cruz, the Magic Man has struck again!  This time in selected areas nationwide, as he springing into the lives of unsuspecting people during their daily routines, Magic Crackers’ longtime endorser brought with him surprises and special prizes that transformed ordinary situations into magical moments. 

As part of the “Nothing Like Magic” campaign of Universal Robina Corporation’s (URC) Jack ‘n Jill Magic, John Lloyd visited Laguna, Pampanga, Cebu, Iloilo and Manila to show that magic moments can happen to anyone, anywhere and anytime, when he and Magic Crackers are around.

One could not believe her eyes when she read her instant prize: “Congratulations! You win a BIG hug from John Lloyd Cruz, NOW NA!” She was even more shocked when the charming actor appeared out of nowhere and gave her and one-year-old son Jehoram Mendigorin a warm embrace. John Lloyd also gave the housewife a Magic Family Treat worth P50,000, which consists of URC products and shopping money. 

At the Centro Supermarket in San Pablo City, Laguna, the magic moment happened when 29-year-old Charita Tuyogan bought a pack of Magic Flakes which entitled her to pick an instant prize from a bowl at the Magic booth. 

“Ang sarap palang magka-Magic Moment,” said Charita upon learning of her prize.

A lucky grocer at the Iloilo Supermart got the surprise of her life when, after being made to wait for a sample product, she came face-to-face with John Lloyd who personally replenished the stocks in the Magic booth. Aside from meeting the matinee idol, special education student Karen Almojallas of Lapaz, Iloilo City also received a Magic Back-To-School Package worth P50,000, which consists of a laptop and Robinsons gift checks. At the Iloilo Airport, John Lloyd pulled a surprise on Micah Seminio of Calumpang, General Santos City as she was waiting for her flight home. The celebrity approached the unwary passenger and talked to her, acting as if they were old friends who have not seen each other for a long time. To celebrate the magic moment, the award-winning actor gifted her with a Magic Shopping Treat worth P50,000, which consists of URC products and Robinsons gift checks. 

At the Clark International Airport in Pampanga, 27-year-old overseas Filipino worker Jennifer Daquigan of Sta. Maria, Pangasinan was waiting for her flight to Hong Kong when she suddenly noticed John Lloyd sitting in front. She was thrilled when the matinee idol started talking to her and was excited when the Magic Man presented her with a Magic Negosyo Starter worth P50,000 of URC products.

“Napakasaya, ang sarap ng feeling” was how the lucky OFW summed up her Magic moment experience.

Angeles Public Market store owner Corazon Ocampo experienced a unique and rewarding surprise. A URC delivery guy who looked exactly like John Lloyd Cruz, came over one day not only to deliver boxes of Magic Crackers but also to give her a Magic Vacation Package worth P50,000, inclusive of airfare via Cebu Pacific, 2-night accommodation and pocket money.

At the Robinsons Supermarket in Fuente, Cebu, Jenevie Verances got excited upon knowing she will receive a freebie after purchasing Magic Flakes. Her excitement turned to tears of joy when the Magic man appeared out of nowhere to give her another gift—a Magic Domestic Vacation Package worth P50,000.

For University of Cebu students Rosa May Roa, Grace Alcovendas, Bob Burton Paglinawan, Exille Dio Golvin and Harold Hope Ariar, an ordinary trip to a photo booth turned into a magical moment when John Lloyd suddenly appeared to give them a Magic Rainy Day Shopping Spree consisting of P50,000 worth of Robinsons gift checks. During their school’s annual pep rally, little did the students of the Technological Institute of the Philippines Manila know that simply participating in one of the games could win them such a magical moment. After a series of elimination games, Ester Policarpio, Jomabell Loscano, Sheryll Limpios, Zyren Joy Tristeza and Paula Isabel Sazon found themselves lucky to end up as game winners. As they were about to get their prizes, they saw John Lloyd Cruz walking towards their direction. The heartthrob awarded them with a Sem Starter Surprise in the form of Robinsons gift checks worth P50,000, making their victory even sweeter.

All Robinsons gift checks are valid for use in all Robinsons Retail Holdings stores such as Robinsons Supermarket, Robinsons Department Store, Handyman, Toys R Us, Topshop, Warehouse, River Island, and many more.

Enjoy the wonderful world of Magic Flakes! You are the real Magic Man John Lloyd Cruz and thanks to Magic Team for bringing the #MagicMoments to our home.

John Lloyd Cruz and Magic Crackers have a lot more tricks up their sleeve.

Who knows, you might find them in your neighborhood one day with their surprises and special prizes, turning ordinary times into magic moments.

Grab a pack of crackers and go #CrackerCatchin' crazy moments!

Hansel Crackers is best consumed by sharing with friends, families, officemates and others. Hansel Crackers. The only snack that feeds the fun.

Rebisco Hansel Crackers held a CrackerCatchin promo last month, #crackercatchin video contest. The participants make a 15-sec video of themselves and their friends doing the best version of a Hansel Cracker Catch using Instagram or any other video recording app/device.

Kariz Anne Dumagsang #CrackerCatchin grand winner got her P25,000. 

The culminating event of Hansel Cracker Catchers last Saturday, October 11, 2014 was held in Market Market, Taguig. After presentation of the craziest entries, the Grand prize winner was announced.

The winner, Kariz Anne Dumagsang with the entry "Rube Goldberg Machine, took home P25,000 and Hansel gift pack!

Watch Kariz Anne Dumagsang awesome #CrackerCatchin entry using a "Rube Goldberg Machine."

Visit : http://instagram.com/p/taUd6HuBsk

Hansel Crackers. The only snack that feeds the fun. There are 12 in every pack so you can share them with your friends and family.

Check out the video below for some #CrackerCatchin moments

Fundosenang Sarap, Fundosenang Saya! 

Fun-Dosenang Sarap, Fun-Dosenang Saya!

12 pieces of creamy, sweet-salty plain crackers that’s perfect for sharing. 

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Beauty in a Bottle with the Three A's of Beauty - Angeline, Assunta and Angelica

SKYLIGHT Films in partnership with Quantum Films brings together three A's of beauty,  three of the country's most talented actresses Angelica Panganiban, Angeline Quinto and Assunta De Rossi in the season's wackiest comedy entitled Beauty in A Bottle--a movie that's bound to make the whole family to enjoy.

Beauty In A Bottle is centered on the characters of Vilma (De Rossi), Estelle (Panganiban) and Judith (Quinto). The three women desires to achieve physical beauty and perfection. 

Vilma is in her late 30s and she works for an advertising agency, she's threatened as the agency is looking for a new, younger, and fresher executive. Vilma fears the idea of getting old and remaining single and she'll do everything in her power to maintain her youthful looks despite the inevitability to defy aging.

Estelle (Panganiban) plays an actress who gained excess pounds and is bashed for being fat. Her career is on the lune and to cope with the demands of showbiz, she becomes obsessed with fitness and will do anything to reclaim her beauty reign in showbiz.

Judith (Quinto) often compares herself with other beautiful ladies and elite socialites. She's like an "ugly duckling" to her family and she wants to prove to the family of her handsome boyfriend that she is also beautiful in her own right.

The insecurities of these three women will lead them to embark on a beautification project that might change their destinies forever. They cling on to the promise of an instant beauty--the Beauty In A Bottle. Vilma (Assunta) is the advertiser, Estelle (Angelica) is the endorser, and Judith (Angeline) is the user of Beauty In a Bottle.

Just like the characters in the film they are portraying, these three ladies also had insecurities at some point in their lives. 

Angelica says she was challenged for the role. "It's the usual struggle of celebrities and the so-called "has beens". My character tackles the hardwork. Comedy isn't easy. With drama, you just have to let your emotions flow but with comedy, you've got to be smart and witty at the same time," explained Angelica in vernacular. 

On aging, Assunta says, although she's only 31, "Things had never been the same as when she was eighteen. I wish I had been born with really clear skin. I'm so oily and high maintenance. It's my life long insecurity. I want to stop my blemishes. I'm open to anything topical but I'd never resort into cosmetic surgery, it's simply not my cup of tea."

During the press conference of Beauty in a Bottle movie, Star Power Grand Winner Angeline Quinto shared that she needed to do something to make her feel beautiful. When she was still starting in the showbusiness it was during their mall shows that she felt her insecurity. She had noticed that only a few would ask to take photos with her. So she was truly grateful to Dr. Vicky Belo of Belo Medical Clinic who had given her free treatments. As she admitted to be a Gluthathione fan, she then has finally achieved her desired skin complexion, she has gained back her confidence, "it's my personal choice to try to change the way I look. I've never been happier." 

Also in the cast of Beauty in A Bottle are Nanette inventor, Tom Rodriguez, Carmi Martin, Empress Schuck, Dimples Romana, Ricci Chan, Bianca Manalo and Ellen Adarna.

Beauty in A Bottle will be shown in theaters nationwide starting on October 29.

Singapore Airlines Business Class customers can now enjoy the Prelude “Grands Crus” from Taittinger

Business Class customers on Singapore Airlines can now enjoy the exquisite taste of the Prelude “Grands Crus” from Taittinger. 

Produced by one of the few remaining family-owned champagne houses, Prelude “Grands Crus” is made with the first pressings of an equal portion of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, selected from Grand Cru vineyards. 

“We’re pleased to be offering Taittinger Prelude “Grands Crus” to our Business Class customers. Prelude “Grands Crus” is made solely from the best Grand Cru vineyards in the Taittinger family’s own estate and is then aged for more than five years in their cellars. For elegance in the glass and exclusivity in the air, this is something really special,” said Singapore Airlines Wine Panel member Oz Clarke. 

Clarke is the newest member of the Singapore Airlines Wine Panel that selected this champagne. The panel also includes Michael Hill-Smith, the first Australian to pass the challenging Master of Wine examinations, and Jeannie Cho Lee, the first Asian to be awarded the Master of Wine title. 

“Our new Business Class offering is testament to the lengths we go to for our customers to enjoy champagne from one of the best vineyards in the world. This outstanding champagne is a joyous blend of finesse and complexity, which will certainly delight the most discerning palates,” said Senior Vice President Product & Services, Mr Tan Pee Teck.

Around 194,000 bottles of champagne are consumed on Singapore Airlines flights annually. Currently, Singapore Airlines is the only airline that serves the rare and highly coveted Grand Cru Red Burgundy and two prestige cuvées, Dom Perignon and Krug Grand Cuvée, in tandem.

40 "Doodle 4 Google" finalists vie for votes

Doodles are the fun, surprising, and sometimes spontaneous changes that are made to the Google logo to celebrate holidays, anniversaries, and the lives of famous artists, pioneers, and scientists.

Doodle 4 Google competition was launched by Google Philippines last July with the theme “What can I do for the Philippines?”

Public voting is now open for the 40 Doodle 4 Google finalists. 

The judges comprised of 2009 CNN Hero of the Year Efren Penaflorida, TBWA-Santiago Mangada Puno Senior Art Director CJ De Silva, PLDT-Smart Foundation, Inc. President Ma. Esther Santos, and BPI Foundation, Inc. Senior Vice President and Executive Director Fidelina Corcucera selected the 40 best doodles from a pool of 51,000 entries from all over the Philippines. Google Doodler Katy Wu, teacher,  will final judge and announce who will be the doodler champion.

They were chosen and classified according to four age groups: 5-8 years old; 9-11 years old; 12-14 years old; and 15-17 years old. 

Voters can visit http://www.google.com.ph/doodle4google until October 30 to select one doodle per age category which they think best answers the theme and represents the Filipino spirit. At the end of public voting, the doodle with the most number of votes per age group will be selected. One overall winner among the four finalists will then be chosen by Google.

Announcement of the winner will be on November 7, 2014. The overall winner will be featured on Google Philippines’ homepage for 24 hours in November and will receive a specially designed trophy by Google. A PHP 400,000 educational grant from BPI Foundation at any school/college in the Philippines, an art kit from National Book Store and an Acer C720 Chromebook will also be given to the overall winning participant. The PLDT-Smart Foundation will also provide a PHP 350,000 connectivity grant to the school or community learning center of the overall winner.

For an archive of doodles, visit google.com/doodles.

Which Kakao Friend Are You?

Find out which Kakao Friends character shares your personality!

In addition to KakaoTalk’s unique and diverse features, the fast, fun and free mobile messaging app is best known for its Kakao Friends characters. No matter your personality, you will be able to find your perfect avatar among the seven distinct and colorful characters.

So which Kakao Friend is just right for you? Are you an attention-seeker like Neo? Or more playful and silly like Muzi? Check out the Kakao Friends profiles, then dig deep and bring out the Kakao Friend inside of you!

Dynamic Jay-G

Are you always trying to look your best? Do you keep a part of yourself hidden while secretly hoping others will notice? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then you just might be a Jay-G!

Jay-G is a secret agent by day, and a hip-hop star by night. He’s always the coolest guy in the room with his signature tuxedo and dark sunglasses. Not only is Jay-G’s suit crisp, but he always makes it a point to get his hair done fresh. Despite all of his efforts, Jay-G somehow struggles to impress the ladies. 

Emo Tube

Are you very quick to show your emotions? Are you one of those people that go from nice to angry in a split second? Are you normally a quiet person that explodes when faced with injustice? 

If you answer yes to all of the above, Tube is most definitely your Kakao Friend counterpart. 

A warm-hearted softie with an angry alter ego, Tube is definitely not your average duck. He wears large flippers to hide his small feet and turns into a fanged green duck when he’s mad or scared. Whether white or green, Tube always shows his emotions to the fullest!

Con: the Mad Scientist 

Are you clever and imaginative? Do you like to create… living things? Do you treat these creations as if they are your children? If you’re a new age Dr. Frankenstein, then you must be Con. Con, the tiny crocodile, grew a radish and a peach and transformed them into Muzi and Apeach, both of whom he carefully watches over. 

While living, breathing fruits and vegetables are certainly awesome, may we suggest you can channel your creativity into building things like robots and spaceships? 

Adventurous Muzi

Are you ready to do whatever it takes to conquer your fears and experience everything life has to offer? Do you love dressing up in cute costumes? Are you endlessly playful? If yes, then you are most like Muzi. 

Most people don’t realize that Muzi is a radish because he loves dressing up in cute bunny costumes! In his costume, Muzi’s confidence is sky-high and there’s nothing he can’t do. Muzi is also always seen with his creator-turned-sidekick, Con. 

Don’t be surprised if this inseparable duo soon takes over the world. If you’re happy-go-lucky and always with a buddy – you could be Muzi!

Sexy Apeach

Do you consider yourself to be the campus crush or a head-turning hottie? Are you charismatic and popular? Are you often worried that people might discover your flaws? 

Like it or not, you are quite possibly an Apeach! 

Apeach is the result of Con’s experiment to genetically modify a peach. Everyone loves Apeach’s hot looks, but they’re not big fans of his hot temper.

If you’re like Apeach, we suggest you to match your outside with your inside. 

After all, real beauty comes from within, right?

Easy-Going Frodo

Do you never worry about money? Do you make sure you to soak up all the good things life has to offer? With your cool and laid-back attitude, there’s definitely a Frodo inside of you. 

Frodo is a city dog from a wealthy family who always maintains a relaxed demeanor. 

Every morning, he takes time to savor a cup of the finest coffee. If you have time and money to spare, then you might identify with Frodo.

Self-Absorbed Neo

Does the world revolve around you? Do you put your needs before others? 

Do you make exceptions ONLY for your special someone? If you’re nodding right now, then you must be a Neo.

Neo is a selfish, vain cat who prides herself on the perfect bob of her wig. She only compromises for Frodo, the one and only love of her life. Neo and Frodo’s relationship is pure drama, as they’re constantly fighting like cats and dogs! 

Still, they’re never apart, and they always find ways to settle things between them. Neo rides with Frodo no matter what.

Get to know more the Kakao Friends by downloading the KakaoTalk app for your mobile or desktop at www.kakaotalk.com.ph/

Electrolux transforms worn out clothes into quilts with Gawad Kalinga’s Trese

Filipinos have relentlessly proven that the concept of bayanihan is still alive today. Every year the Philippines is devastated by numerous typhoons which result to ruined homes and ravaged livelihood. From one calamity to another, Filipinos have made it a tradition to donate and help rehabilitate the lives of the victims.

Sharing with this tradition, Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, has been collecting and laundering clothes for calamity-stricken survivors for several years now. This year, Electrolux, through its Delightful-E Simple campaign, innovated this long-running advocacy. 

Together with Gawad Kalinga’s Trese community, Electrolux will upcycle unusable clothes into quilts for children and new born babies in orphanages and other communities.

“Electrolux believes that there must be dignity in the clothes that we donate. To make sure that every piece of clothing is in good condition, we will sort out the worn out, unwearable ones, then upcycle them into quilts with the help of Trese” said Andrea Pionilla, Electrolux Marketing Manager. 

“With this partnership, we aim not only to give quilts to children and new born babies but also another source of livelihood for this Payatas community.”

Be a part of this meaningful advocacy by donating some pre-loved clothes. You may drop off your donations in any of these locations:

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  Electrolux Customer Service Hub

  Grundfos Building, 5548 Osmena Highway, Brgy. San Isidro, Makati City
• Mommy Mundo Head Office
  2nd Floor Fun Ranch Frontera Verde, Ortigas Center, Pasig City  
• Unilever Philippines Head Office
  1351 United Nations Ave., Paco, Manila 
• Empire East Land Holdings Inc.
  11th Floor World Center Bldg., Sen Gil Puyat, Makati City 
• St. Mary's College
  37 Mother Ignacia Ave., Paligsahan Quezon City 
• Kodak Philippines
  2901 88 Corporate Center Valero cor. Sedeno St., Salcedo Village, Makati City 
• Morgan Stanley
  16th Floor E-Services Building, Bonifacio Global City, The Fort, Taguig 
• Center for Culinary Arts (CCA)
  287 Katipunan Ave., Loyola Heights, Quezon City
• Dasmarinas Village (Homeowners Association Office) 
  1419 Campanilla St. Dasmarinas Village, Makati City
• BrandAction Inc.
  Unit 4B ALPAP Bldg., 160 LP Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City
• BrandAction Inc.
  Unit 4B ALPAP Bldg., 160 LP Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City
• Isla Lipana & Co.
  29th Floor Philam Life Tower 8767 Paseo de Roxas Makati City

Visit electolux.com.ph and click the Delightful-E tab to know more about the Electrolux Delightful-E Simple to Share advocacy and for the full list of donation drop-off sites. You can also visit www.facebook.com/thelittlewhitebook or follow @ElectroluxPH on Twitter and Instagram.

ATAT RACING TEAM (ART) dominates 2014 Philippine Superbikes Championship

A new breed of racers from ATAT MC commonly known as ANYTIME ALL THE TIME MOTORCYCLE CLUB with select members that belongs to ATAT RACING TEAM (ART) dominates 2014 Philippine Superbikes Championship, The Pirelli Cup and the Ducati Cup. held at the Clark International Speedway, October 5, 2014.

Here are the rundown of achievements: 

LAWRENCE MACALINAO - Nationals SBK Novice Champion, Pirelli Cup Open Division 1st runner up overall, Ducati Cup novice 1st runner up 

JVS AGUILA - Pirelli Cup Open Division overall Champion

JAY CARRION RED RIDER - Ducati Cup Champion Intermediate

MYKE TORRES - Pirelli Cup Class B Champion

VINCE MERCADO - Ducati Cup Open Division 1st runner up

JC VILLANUEVA - Pirelli Cup Class A, 1st runner up 

RICHARD GUEVARA PANLILIO - Ducati Cup Intermediate - 2nd runner up 

Jvs Aguila won race 1 by 6 seconds and race 2 was declared a wet race. He crashed on the 2nd lap of race 2 and willed to carry on. Race was red flagged and it was restarted. He finally crossed the finished line on 2nd place making him the overall champion! 

The will to win, passion, hard work and determination with their all-Italian superbikes from Ducati and Aprilia.

This is a great racing season. Winning races is just a bonus but the camaraderie and brotherhood is what keeps them winning. 

Looking forward to the 2015 racing season!

Get the chance to meet and greet with the ATAT MOTORCYCLING TEAM On October 17, at Megaworld Mc Kinnley showroom. 

For more info and updates, visit and simply like their page: www.facebook.com/ATATRacingTeam

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Sponsors: Technomarine, Megaworld, Assurant, Brickfire, ATAT Racing garnered 9 trophies and won in 3 classes. Thanks to all partners who supported us throughout the season of the 2014 Philippine Superbike Championship. TechnoMarine, IPM-CDC, Fila, Foil A Car, Megaworld & Brickfire.